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Researchers at UCL are exploring whether the psychedelic drug DMT can be used to curb drinking habits.
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Fighting loneliness means more than self-help. It means rebuilding the social fabric – with spaces, services and support for everyone.
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Cholesterol tests check the components of fat in your blood and compare them to normal ranges. Your clinician might also use ratios to compare different types.
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The symptoms of a burst ovarian cyst can be similar to other serious conditions, such as appendicitis or an ectopic pregnancy.
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It may be tempting to view hospital parking fees as exploiting a captive market. But the reality is much more complex.
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Addiction isn’t a brain disease – but substance use is rarely a free choice either.
Village health Volunteers in Thailand survey mosquito breeding sites as part of dengue prevention campaign.
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The fight against neglected tropical diseases is a fight for equity, productivity and long-term security. South-east Asia can lead the way.
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Stars such as Salma Hayek and Gwyneth Paltrow are said to swear by it, but bone broth is far from a new discovery.
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Your fridge might feel cold, but is it cold enough to stop bacteria? Over 50% of fridges run too warm, and most of us never check.
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Researchers have been trying to answer this question for many years. Here’s what we know so far.
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Doses of GHB have a very small margin of error. Just half a millilitre too much can lead to an overdose.
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From weight loss to possible health concerns, discover the science – and controversy – behind one of the world’s most popular sugar substitutes.
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Obesity is rising and sugar is part of the problem. But the sugar levy isn’t a tax on people - it’s a push for industry to do better.
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Early research on Therabot and ChatGPT shows promise for anxiety, depression and quality of life, but there are big questions about safety, access and equity.
Nurse checking a pregnant woman at Mukujju clinic, Tororo, Uganda.
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Research indicates that pre-eclampsia has a genetic basis. African women are at greater risk than other population groups.
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A new review has identified more than 150 factors that influence the risk of knee osteoarthritis. These are the key ones to consider.
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A very small amount of gluten can be harmful to people with coeliac disease, so you may worry about cross-contamination through saliva.
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We need to feel some stress to achieve our best, but if we feel too much, we can flounder. That’s where resilience comes in.
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While low levels of vitamin D are linked with increased risk of CRC, there are no definitive answers. Here’s what we know—and why lifestyle still matters most.
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Receding gums aren’t just about brushing too hard — or too little. Clear aligners, daily habits and even your toothbrush choice can play a role.